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Planning in Penryn

Approved
83%
91 of 96 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Penryn in the last 24 months, from Cornwall Council's planning register.

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Around Penryn

Postcode districts

TR10 118 applications in the last 12 monthsTR11 511 applications in the last 12 monthsTR4 254 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Penryn

Penryn is a civil parish and town located in west Cornwall, England, approximately 1 mile northwest of Falmouth, along the Penryn River. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 8,489, while the broader built-up area reported 11,195 residents. This growing community may present various opportunities for planning applications and development projects. The town has a population of approximately 8,489 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cornwall district.

Property prices in Penryn show an average sale price of £317,850, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Penryn area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Penryn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Penryn has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Penryn planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Penryn, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 142 planning applications were submitted near Penryn. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (40), tree works (26), outline applications (19).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Penryn?
In the last 24 months, 142 planning applications were submitted near Penryn. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Penryn?
The average planning decision time near Penryn is 48 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Penryn?
The planning approval rate near Penryn is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Penryn?
The most common type of planning application near Penryn is full planning applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Penryn?
You can search and track planning applications near Penryn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.